Work with Ryan Jones (LCSW) - BetterHelp Online Therapist

About Me

I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in North Carolina and Wisconsin with over 5 years of experience working as a therapist and case manager for teens and families in the justice system and Veterans. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, involvement in the justice system, long term incarceration, substance abuse, ADHD, PTSD, life satisfaction, and various forms of abuse and trauma.

My counseling style is very supportive and empowering but I will also always be transparent with what I believe you need to hear. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I seek to reduce the stigma and stress associated with accessing therapy. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, narrative, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. I will work hand in hand with you to develop a treatment that works for you as a unique human being with unique needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes

Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Bipolar disorder , ADHD , Abandonment , Attachment Issues , BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture , Body Image , Commitment Issues , Communication Problems , Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster , Drug and Alcohol Addiction , Eating and Food-Related Issues , Emptiness , Family of Origin Issues , Family Problems , Fatherhood Issues , Forgiveness , Guilt and Shame , Impulsivity , Isolation/Loneliness , Life Purpose , Men's Issues , Midlife Crisis , Military and Veterans Issues , Money and Financial Issues , Mood Disorders , Phobias , Post-traumatic Stress , Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , Self-Harm , Self-Love , Sexual Dysfunction , Sexuality , Smoking/Vaping Cessation , Social Anxiety and Phobia , Young Adult Issues Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 6

Services Offered

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

Licensing

LCSW #9512-123 (Expires: 2023-02-28)

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ryan Jones. We don’t pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Written by A.N. on Jun 17, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Ryan is understanding, and easy to talk to. He is easy to connect with . Using BetterHelp was a tough decision for me to make and working with Ryan made it feel like it was the right decision right away.

Written by S.T. on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Ryan is very good at challenging me, I needed that.

Written by T.O. on Apr 30, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Ryan is a very unique individual. He asks difficult questions that push me to think and appreciate my life. Don't sign up to work with Ryan if you aren't wanting to work through the adversity in your life, but I believe his style is built for anyone up for the challenge.

Written by A.V. on Apr 20, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Ryan is really great for anyone who is looking for a therapist who not only listens, but creates a friendly and natural environment. He has a casual manner that allows for therapy to be less stressful. I always feel comfortable sharing things with him and the techniques he has taught me to help with multiple issues have really helped.

Written by Y.O. on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, and anger management

Ryan is very profrssional and helpful. I was not very much into the concept of therapy. But the sessions really helped me. He adopts the style that is very much personalized to the individual needs

Written by M.I. on Apr 01, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd

Ryan is super cool and seems to know what to say to get me to reflect. He has also been very helpful in helping me find ways to manage my anxiety and give me a different perspective on dealing with myself.

Written by J.E. on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief

He is so easy to get along with. He feels like a friend I’ve had forever, in that he understands me to my core. I can’t say how thankful I am for his advice and gentle nudges in the right direction.

Written by M.I. on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management

I've really enjoyed working with Ryan.

Written by G.A. on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd

Ryan is a fantastic therapist that makes a clear effort to listen actively, understand your issues, and provide appropriate advice or experiences. It is hard not too feel comfortable with Ryan

Written by M.A. on Feb 28, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Thru the 2 weeks I have been working with Ryan, I find him to be an understanding & caring individual who is vested in making my life more productive thru changing my focus on what's going right vs past mistakes. This has helped me focus on where my life is going and the new possibilities achievable with a positive mindset. Thanks & looking forward to a continued exploration & positive journey.

Written by N.I. on Feb 02, 2022 after therapy with Ryan for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders

Ryan always responds in a timely matter, and checks in on me on a weekly basis, even though we have not been engaging in conversation for the last 3 months. I appreciate what he has done for me and would recommend him to anyone.

Written by N.A. on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse

Ryan is supportive, constructive, but also not afraid to challenge. He understands what is important and is able to recognize what type of support is needed and when. He is open, honest, and good to work with.

Written by D.A. on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

I have only had one session so far with Ryan but so far he has been excellent and most important honest. I appreciate the time he takes to check in even when not actively in a session. I believe he genuinely cares.

Written by N.O. on Dec 26, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

I enjoy, appreciate and do well with his straightforwardness. I feel like I’m talking with someone I can relate to, even though it’s in a professional setting. He is very approachable and human. He’s also calm and a good listener. His intuitiveness about the thoughts I try to communicate, but sometimes don’t have the words for goes a long way towards making me comfortable and helping me feel understood. I have made progress in handling everyday life and problems better since I’ve been speaking with him.

Written by D.R. on Nov 30, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues

Ryan is the first person I have talked to for therapy and he has made the experience great

Written by B.E. on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Thank you for all you do! May not seem like much but I’m starting to feel better

Written by D.A. on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatig

He’s been fantastic in helping me break down personal problems.

Written by S.A. on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

I have only met with Ryan a couple of times, but I already feel like he is helping me. He is super knowledgeable and relatable. I appreciate all of his insight.

Written by J.E. on Sep 11, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd

He has been very helpful with a lot of my issues so far. I've only been in this for a week or 2 but I feel like it is helping Angie is given me good ideas to get through each day and each obstacle I have

Written by I.N. on Sep 10, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Ryan is great!

Written by A.F. on Jun 22, 2021 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

My experience with Ryan so far has been absolutely amazing! He has been very supportive and I really am glad to have him as my counselor. I know I have a long way to go but I know I finally found a counselor that truly does care and will help me work on being a better person!

Work with me!